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(RFI): Multispectral Screening Obscuration Modules (SOM)

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W911SR-26-R-MSOMFederal

Submission Closed05/29/2026, 09:30:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Department of Defense, through the Joint Product Manager for CBRN Layered Effects, is seeking information from industry sources regarding the development and production of a Multispectral Screening Obscuration Module (SOM-M). This module is intended to be a modular, man-portable system that can be deployed on the ground for obscuration and screening purposes, supporting both mounted and dismounted forces in chemically and biologically contested environments. The system aims to generate a multi-spectral obscurant cloud, enhancing survivability for Joint Warfighters across all domains. The government is open to a range of approaches, including existing commercial solutions, modified systems, or newly developed technologies, with detailed performance criteria outlined in the solicitation. This Request for Information (RFI) under solicitation number W911SR-26-R-MSOM was posted on May 14, 2026, with responses due by May 29, 2026. The request focuses on assessing industry capabilities in producing a mobile, advanced obscuration solution that fits within the NAICS code 332993, related to manufacturing. The effort is managed by the W6QK Acc-apg office at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, with primary points of contact available for further communication. The government aims to identify innovative and operationally ready systems that can fulfill emerging needs in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense scenarios.

General Info

Department of Defense seeks industry input on modular, man-portable multispectral obscuration system.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg

NAICS

332993 - Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

Gunpowder, MD, 21010, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(3)

W911SR-26-R-MSOM RFI Questions and Answers

XLSX•q-and-a

W911SR-26-R-MSOM SOM+ RFI Questions and Answers

XLSX•q-and-a

W911SR-26-R-MSOM RFI for Multispectral Screening Obscuration Modules

DOCX•rfi

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Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 27

Sources Sought

Amendment 2May 27

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineMay 29

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/29/2026, 09:30:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg

Contacts2 people available

OfficeABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21010-5424, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg

Office AddressABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21010-5424, USA

Contacts

Jessica R. Green-Farley

Imani Daiyaan

Full Description

The Joint Product Manager for CBRN Layered Effects is responsible for enabling and enhancing the survivability of our Joint Warfighters so they can fight and win across all domains in a CBRN-contested environment. As the acquisition leader in mobile analytics, our portfolio provides transformative solutions—including advanced reconnaissance systems, sensors, and mobile analytical laboratories—that ensure our military is safeguarded against chemical and biological threats.

To support this mission, the Government is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to identify sources for the Screening Obscuration Module - Multispectral (SOM-M). The SOM-M is envisioned as a modular, man-portable, ground-emplaced obscuration and screening system for both mounted and dismounted use.

The goal is to acquire a system that produces a multi-spectral obscurant cloud. The technical performance targets for this capability are detailed in Section 3.0 of this document. The Government is open to solutions that include existing commercial systems, modified systems, or the rapid development of a new system and/or obscurant materials.

The purpose of this RFI is to survey industry capabilities in developing, testing, and manufacturing modular Multispectral Screening Obscuration Modules (SOM). The USG seeks to identify innovative solutions and assess industry readiness to meet emerging operational needs. The SOM is envisioned as a modular, man-portable, ground-emplaced obscuration and screening system designed for both mounted and dismounted use.

AMENDMENT 0001 – Industry Questions & Answers (21 May 2026)

The purpose of this update is to provide the Government's responses to industry questions received regarding RFI W911SR-26-R-MSOM. Please refer to the attached document titled "W911SR-26-R-MSOM ---SOM RFI Questions and Answers" for the consolidated list of questions and official Government responses.

All other terms and conditions of the RFI remain unchanged.

AMENDMENT 0002 – Industry Questions & Answers (27 May 2026)

The purpose of this update is to provide additional Government responses to industry questions received regarding RFI W911SR-26-R-MSOM. Please refer to the updated attachment titled "Updated 5.27.26 W911SR-26-R-MSOM ---SOM RFI Questions and Answers" for the full consolidated list of all questions and official Government responses to date.

All other terms and conditions of the RFI remain unchanged.